Helpful Links

Center for Child & Family Health
Visit this website to learn about CCFH’s dedication to helping children and families who experience maltreatment and trauma. Also read about the many prevention and training programs conducted at the Center.

The Durham Police Department (DPD)
Keep up-to-date on the latest Durham-related news, learn about crime-prevention and education programs, and read messages from Durham Police Chief Jose Lopez.

National Center for Children Exposed to Violence
The National Center for Children Exposed to Violence (NCCEV) assists children, families, and communities to reduce the effects of violence through its Child Development - Community Policing Program (CD-CP), a national model of a collaborative alliance among law enforcement, mental health, and affiliated professionals.

National Child Traumatic Stress Network
NCTSN’s extensive website offers specific information about various types of trauma. Parents, teachers, military families, and others will find helpful resources tailored to their particular needs and concerns.

U.S. Department of State—Children's Reactions to Trauma
This site offers a brochure detailing reactions to trauma by age groups. This valuable resource also provides information to help children understand death and the grieving process.

National Center for PTSD
Find information about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, learn about treatment of PTSD, and access downloadable resources for service providers and researchers.

NC Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification (SAVAN)
SAVAN helps victims of crime get custody status and court information about offenders. In addition to many helpful links, this website also features downloadable brochures in English and Spanish.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life for persons of all ages who are affected by mental illnesses.